Do you know what’s the meaning of the word Alameda? Would you like to know how many alamedas we have in Antigua Guatemala? How about seeing some pictures of the other alamedas? If so, as always, follow the white rabbit. Follow the white rabbit to » a few more entries about the alamedas of Antigua … Read more
Besides walking, I believe riding a bicycle is the best way to get to know more of Antigua Guatemala. Fortunately, there are several bicycle rental services, so you don’t have to bring your own bike. By the way, this could be the fourth alameda, tree-lined street, in Antigua Guatemala. Do you know where is possible … Read more
The Alameda El Calvario is one of the few places in Antigua Guatemala where there is a designated pedestrian walkway and so it comes as no surprise to find people doing exercise, strolling or simply enjoying the tree-lined street. If you have visited Antigua Guatemala, I’m sure that if you walk, jog or ride a … Read more
Here’s a night vista of the Alameda (tree-lined avenue) of El Calvario. In the background you can appreciate one of the stations of the cross and the moon hiding behind the coffee plantation. I like how through the different lights one can see different layers in what would be an otherwise two dimensional image. What … Read more
When was the last time you strolled on Alameda Santa Rosa during the dry season? If you haven’t taken a stroll in the last few weeks, you don’t know what you’re missing.
Here is your Spanish word of the day: Alameda, a tree-lined avenue or boulevard. La Antigua Guatemala has three official alamedas, Alameda del Calvario, Alameda Santa Rosa (near La Merced on 1a calle oriente) and Alameda Santa Lucía, which most people mistakenly call calzada; a paved road. There are not calzadas in Antigua Guatemala. In … Read more
I am sure I have shared this beautiful twist to the typical Narcissus story by Oscar Wilde since it’s among my favorite arsenal of quotes and stories to share. I was impacted by it the first time I read it in 90s, but still impresses me each time I read it again. In this case, … Read more